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Leaders' Questions (12 Oct 2017)

Michael Lowry: I appreciate the Tánaiste's clarification on the fund that is available. The reaction of people to the measure since it was announced leads me to believe €300 million will not be sufficient but it is a genuine effort to help small companies that have trading difficulties with the UK. There are many such companies and they are a huge source of employment, in particular in rural...

Leaders' Questions (12 Oct 2017)

Michael Lowry: I am seeking clarification and detail on the Brexit fund for small and medium-sized enterprises, SMEs, announced in Tuesday's Budget Statement. Connected to that is the issue of the European Union-Mercosur trade deal. Agriculture is Ireland's largest indigenous sector with over 300,000 people employed directly or indirectly in the agrifood sector. County Tipperary has a proud tradition...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Pre-Legislative Scrutiny of the General Scheme of the Broadcasting (Amendment) Bill 2017 and Retransmission Fees: Discussion (Resumed) (3 Oct 2017)

Michael Lowry: I thank the TV3 representatives for the informative contribution that they have made to today's meeting. I admire the success of TV3. I would compare TV3 to any business. Every business in the past eight to ten years has struggled and it is a credit to TV3 that it has managed to survived in a difficult market. Since the investment of Virgin Media, it is clear that there is an improvement...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Code (3 Oct 2017)

Michael Lowry: 119. To ask the Minister for Finance if it is possible to claim relief on the MED 2 form for dental treatment (details supplied). [41765/17]

Leader's Questions (11 Jul 2017)

Michael Lowry: I appreciate the Taoiseach's response, but will he address the issue of farm inspections and having an independent appeals assessment process with an independent chairman? Farm inspections are a requirement under CAP direct payments. Will the Government give a clear commitment to apply pressure at EU level to have this matter addressed under the CAP simplification review that is under way?...

Leader's Questions (11 Jul 2017)

Michael Lowry: Yesterday, I dropped into my local mart in mid-Tipperary where I met farmers, a number of whom asked me directly how interested the new Taoiseach was in agricultural matters and how aware he was of the problems in agriculture. I assured them that the Taoiseach has a clear understanding of the significance and importance of agriculture and food to the economy, the value of our exports and the...

Nomination of Taoiseach (Resumed) (14 Jun 2017)

Michael Lowry: When Deputy Howlin attacks me in such a manner as he did today, he insults the people of Tipperary who vote for me as an elected representative of this House. I remind Deputy Howlin that, like every Member of this House here today, I have a democratic mandate from the people of Tipperary who have voted for me consistently and put me as their representative in this House. I have enjoyed...

Nomination of Taoiseach (Resumed) (14 Jun 2017)

Michael Lowry: After the previous general election we had political fragmentation and prolonged confusion. It was difficult for our Parliament to find a way to respond to the will of the people and the result they had delivered. Many Members decided to sit on the sideline to observe from a distance, do nothing and criticise everything. I took the decision that our country and its people needed a...

Nursing Homes Support Scheme: Motion [Private Members] (31 May 2017)

Michael Lowry: I take the opportunity to endorse and support the motion. The fair deal nursing homes scheme provides great assistance and professional care for many older people and their families. Unfortunately, the current form of the scheme is creating uncertainty and anxiety among many farm families and small business owners. The vagueness created by the potentially uncapped liability on the...

Select Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Minerals Development Bill 2015: Committee Stage (17 May 2017)

Michael Lowry: What is the specified period?

Select Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Minerals Development Bill 2015: Committee Stage (17 May 2017)

Michael Lowry: Is it open?

Leaders' Questions (11 May 2017)

Michael Lowry: This House is convulsed by the proposed sacking of one individual, the Garda Commissioner, but I draw the Tánaiste's attention to the fact that a decision of Bord na Móna last week effectively sacked 122 workers in Tipperary. The decision of Bord na Móna's board of directors is having a major impact on the local community. We do not agree with the decision or the...

Leaders' Questions (11 May 2017)

Michael Lowry: Our first priority is to make the case for a time extension. A ready argument for this relates to the 260,000 tonnes of peat that are piled up at various points around the bog. The factory uses approximately 7,000 tonnes per week, which means that enough peat is available to keep the plant running for another 37 weeks. That should be possible, as should a third harvest. The redundancy...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Greyhound Industry (4 May 2017)

Michael Lowry: At the private and public meetings we regularly attended we were told that Harold's Cross greyhound stadium was not worth selling and that it was valued between €4 million and €6 million. Other public representatives and I have been lambasted, but my theory is very simple. The board needs to spend its money. It is servicing a debt and paying an interest bill of €1.15...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Greyhound Industry (4 May 2017)

Michael Lowry: 4. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his views on the current crisis in the greyhound industry which is administered by the Irish Greyhound Board; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21384/17]

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Greyhound Industry (4 May 2017)

Michael Lowry: I ask the Minister to outline his views and provide a comprehensive statement on the current crisis at the Irish Greyhound Board. For those of us who live in rural Ireland and who are familiar with what has happened, it is very sad to see the level of disunity and rancour that exists. The industry is tearing itself apart and there are no winners in this situation. Everybody loses, in...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Greyhound Industry (4 May 2017)

Michael Lowry: I ask the Minister of State and the Department to re-enter negotiations to provide for an agreement to reopen Shelbourne Park. We need an answer on the Department's position on Harold's Cross. My understanding is that it is being sold, an agreement almost having been reached for moneys in excess of €20 million. We have been told consistently by the former chairman of the board that...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: GLAS Payments (3 May 2017)

Michael Lowry: 286. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when payments will issue to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20984/17]

Select Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Estimates for Public Services 2017
Vote 29 - Communications, Climate Action and Environment (Revised) (11 Apr 2017)

Michael Lowry: I welcome the arrangement and agreement the Minister has come to with Eir. It is positive news and is welcome. I compliment the Minister on his personal interest in moving this matter forward. It is a significant issue in rural Ireland. At last people see something positive is happening and some day soon all will be connected to a proper level of broadband service. On the Eir...

Select Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Estimates for Public Services 2017
Vote 29 - Communications, Climate Action and Environment (Revised) (11 Apr 2017)

Michael Lowry: There is a figure mentioned in the Vote for the rehabilitation of the Silvermines area. Is that correct?